Maintenance Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I)

About the role

The Maintenance E&I position at Phlow Corporation's Petersburg, VA manufacturing plant is seeking an experienced individual to ensure production equipment safety, quality, and performance. The role involves hands-on equipment repairs, addressing emergencies, and driving process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Resolve emergency equipment breakdowns and complete routine repair work.
• Complete scheduled equipment servicing/inspections and GMP documentation.
• Collaborate with operations to achieve production timelines.
• Aid in process improvements across departments.
• May require certification for PAPR or respirators.
• Perform calibrations on process and analytical instrumentation.
• Develop and improve maintenance procedures.
• Install, maintain, repair, overhaul, calibrate, and test industrial instrumentation.
• Document maintenance actions and record materials and parts consumption.
• Apply continuous improvement programs like root cause analysis and waste elimination.
• Operate or commission new machinery according to manufacturer manuals.

Requirements

• Working Shift hours with flexibility to shifts.
• On-site during all working hours.
• Possibility of being "on call" outside of regular hours.
• Hands-on work resolving equipment failures, performing maintenance, and assisting with process improvements.
• Good documentation skills.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Continuous learning attitude.
• Proficiency with electrical metering and reading devices.
• Safe, clean, and organized work habits.
• Familiarity with appropriate tools for tasks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
• Experience with PLC programming, HMI interfaces, and DCS.
• Experience with CMMS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 5 years of experience in manufacturing as an Industrial E&I.
• Good documentation skills.
• Hands-on repair skills.
• Team player with diverse background.
• Professionalism, communication, flexibility, self-motivation, and decision-making ability.
• Ability to read and understand electrical line diagrams, P&IDs, and manufacturer manuals.
• Safe and clean work habits.
• Knowledge of tools and their correct usage.
• Proficiency with electrical metering and reading devices.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Pharmaceutical, Food, or Chemical Industries.
• GMP experience.
• Other trade skills/licenses/experience (HVAC, pipefitting, welding, machinist, construction, etc.).
• Experience editing existing schematics (red lining).
• Experience with PLC programming, onboard HMIs, VFD interfaces, and digital control systems (DCS).

Working Conditions

• Exposure to chemical materials and high noise areas.
• Must have a high consciousness for personnel and equipment safety.
• May require use of various personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators, gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent reaching, bending, twisting, turning, and climbing.
• Ability to walk, stand, and climb stairs for extended periods.
• Work in various positions such as walking, standing, or sitting for prolonged durations.
• Access to confined spaces as needed.
• Chemical exposure to cleaners, oil, grease.
• Near and far visual acuity, including color vision and depth perception.
• Indoor factory conditions and outdoor environments with varying temperatures.
• Frequent physical activities such as climbing scaffolding/ladders, working at heights, confined space entry, standing or walking for extended durations, and lifting up to 50 lbs routinely.